Network Administrator

Oakland Schools; Michigan; On-site; USD 72,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan

Full Health Coverage

Professional Learning

Flexible Vacation Time

Other Perks

Job summary

Oakland Schools in Michigan seeks an experienced Network Administrator to install, configure, maintain, and secure reliable network infrastructure, including switches, routers, firewalls, wireless systems, and related technologies.

You will troubleshoot connectivity and performance, manage user accounts and permissions, participate in on-call rotation, and collaborate with network engineers, vendors, and district staff to upgrade systems and strengthen security.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology and 2–3 years' experience required.
• Certifications related to general Network Administration, Microsoft, Cisco, or CompTIA required.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and secure network infrastructure (switches, routers, firewalls, wireless).
• Troubleshoot connectivity and performance issues across network services and devices.
• Manage network access, user accounts, and permissions to ensure security and efficiency.
• Collaborate with network engineers, district staff, vendors, and contractors on upgrades and policy enforcement.

Skills

Network Administration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Certifications: Network+, CCNA, Microsoft, Cisco, CompTIA

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Network Administrator to install, configure, maintain, and secure reliable network infrastructure. This role troubleshoots connectivity and performance issues while supporting servers, switches, routers, firewalls, wireless systems, and related technologies. The position also manages network access, user accounts, and permissions to ensure secure and efficient operations. Join our team and take the next step in your networking career!

WHAT WE NEED:

As a Network Administrator, you will serve as a vital backbone of our technology infrastructure, keeping our organization seamlessly connected, secure, and running at peak performance. In this dynamic, hands-on role, you will lead daily network troubleshooting across hardware, switches, access points, security cameras, badge access, copiers, phones, and essential infrastructure, while proactively maintaining user accounts and resolving tickets. Working closely with network engineers, district coordinators, vendors, and contractors, you will collaborate on impactful system and application upgrades, provide strategic research for modernizing hardware and security, and enforce robust network access policies to safeguard our systems. If you are an agile problem solver who thrives in team-focused environments, stays engaged through cross-departmental initiatives, and takes pride in providing reliable support, including participating in an on-call rotation, this position offers an exciting opportunity to shape and protect our evolving network ecosystem.

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology and two to three years' experience or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Certifications related to general Network Administration, Microsoft, Cisco, or CompTIA.

SALARY DETAILS:

$71,736- $83,193 hourly or salary based on relevant prior work experience, with the potential to earn up to $89,589 after employment with Oakland Schools.

Exempt position / 12-month work year

WHY WORK FOR OS?

Aside from working with talented experts on important initiatives, when you join Oakland Schools, you'll also get these great benefits:

Pension Plan

OS offers the opportunity to enroll in a pension plan to help support your financial stability.

Full Health Coverage

High quality, low-cost health insurance plans. Employer paid dental, vision, life insurance, short and long-term disability, and well-being benefits.

OS utilizes a holistic approach to provide resources that support the wellbeing of our employees.

Professional Learning

OS provides various professional learning opportunities to advance your skill sets with education development.

Flexible Vacation Time

Experience built-in vacation, including time off for winter and spring break and generous leave time, so you can have a healthy work-life balance.

Other Perks

You're eligible for preferred pricing on pet insurance, legal coverage for most of your legal needs, additional life insurance, and access to the Student Loan Repayment Program (PSLF) for loan forgiveness in public service.

WHO WE ARE:

Oakland Schools (OS) is an Intermediate School District (ISD) focused on providing educational and technology services to local school districts in a cost-effective manner to provide students with a superior education. We also operate our Oakland Schools Technical Campuses (OSTC) and Virtual Learning Academy Consortium (VLAC). You will help students have the best learning experience possible through your work at OS! To learn more about us, visit https://www.oakland.k12.mi.us/about.

POSITION DEADLINE: Applications will be accepted until September 24, 2026.

NOTE: Interested candidates must be available to interview on September 30 and October 7, 2026.

For questions regarding this position, please contact [e-mail]

In accordance with state and federal law, Oakland Schools does not discriminate, nor permit discrimination, on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy or parental status, gender identity, gender expression, and sexual orientation), disability, age, height, weight, marital status, military service, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected status, in its educational programs and activities, employment, or enrollment. The District also provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other legally designated youth groups. For questions or complaints regarding unlawful discrimination or harassment, employees should contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources, Personnel Management, and Labor Relations at 248.209.2466 or [e-mail]. Students and others should contact the Civil Rights/Title IX Coordinator at 248.209.2467 or [e-mail].